30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rifai, Retina Specialist in Pensacola, FL?
Dr. Aref Rifai, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Pensacola, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Rifai graduated from Aleppo University and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Ophthalmology; Univ Tn Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Rifai is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rifai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rifai’s office at (850) 607-6841.
Where did Dr. Rifai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: LSU Med Ctr/Ochsner - New Orleans, Retina/Vitreous Surgery
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Ophthalmology; Univ Tn Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | George Washington University Mc | George Washington University Medical Center
Medical School: Aleppo University | Aleppo University
Is Dr. Rifai board certified in Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Aref Rifai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Rifai speak?
Dr. Rifai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Rifai treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Rifai diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Rifai. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Retinal Edema
- Intraretinal Microvascular Abnormality
- Abnormal New Blood Vessels in Retina
- Retinal Neovascularization
- Retina Disorder in Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal arterial macroaneurysm with supravalvular pulmonic stenosis
- Premature Babies
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
- Retinal Microvascular Issues
- Abnormal Small Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Vascular Malformations
- New Eye Vessel Growth
- Proliferative Retinopathy
- New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
- Abnormal Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Angiogenesis
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- ROP
- Premature Infant Eye Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3581: Retinal edema
- H3509: Other intraretinal microvascular abnormalities
- H35053: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, bilateral
- H35052: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, left eye
- H35051: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, right eye
- H35103: Retinopathy of prematurity, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm newborn
- Early birth
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0730: Preterm newborn, unspecified weeks of gestation
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Rifai perform as a Retina Specialist?
As a Retina Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Aref Rifai may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rifai's office.
Does Dr. Rifai accept my insurance?
Dr. Rifai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 607-6841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rifai accept in Pensacola, FL?
Dr. Rifai in Pensacola, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Rifai's office located?
Dr. Aref Rifai's Primary Practice
1549 Airport Blvd Ste 410
Pensacola, FL 32504
(850) 607-6841
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Rifai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rifai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265428270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rifai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rifai
What is Dr. Aref Rifai's specialty?
Dr. Rifai is a Retina Specialist near Pensacola, FL. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Rifai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aref Rifai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rifai is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Aref Rifai accepting new patients in Pensacola, FL?
Yes, Dr. Aref Rifai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aref Rifai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rifai's office at (850) 607-6841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aref Rifai?
Please contact Dr. Rifai's office at (850) 607-6841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aref Rifai have?
Dr. Aref Rifai is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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